Beer City Half OC
Santa Ana, California, United States
Nov 7, 2026 - Saturday
1mi, 5k, 10k, Half-marathon
Race Information
Beer City OC starts in Centennial Park in Santa Ana and runs along the Santa Ana River Trail through Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach. The air is thick with excitement!
Beer City Orange County includes a half-marathon, 10k, and 5k distances. The Beer Stroll is a 1-mile walk for those who are mostly in it for the beer.
You don't have to have been part of other Beer City races to have a great time. You also don't have to care for beer. This gathering is meant for everyone, and it's made by runners, for runners. So come out for a great time with sunshine, running, beer, and celebrating.
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✅ Coastal route with sweeping ocean views
✅ Multiple distances, 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon (walkers welcome)
✅ Net-downhill course ideal for PRs and Boston-qualifying times
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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